75% fail Pakistan Railway Police fitness test

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In a recent recruitment test for Pakistan Railway Police, around 75% of candidates failed the physical test, with many unable to complete a one-kilometre run.

Both male and female candidates struggled with the challenge, with the majority failing to cover the distance within the allotted time.

According to reports, male candidates were required to complete the kilometre in seven minutes, but only 25% of the 1,000 candidates succeeded. Female candidates, who had ten minutes to finish the same distance, also faced significant challenges, with many not completing the run at all.

Several candidates collapsed after attempting the run, and medical staff were on-site to provide immediate assistance.

In a show of support for the female candidates, DIG Railways Abdul Rab also participated in the run. He completed the kilometre in a timely manner, while hundreds of younger candidates struggled, with some quitting within minutes of starting the test.

Speaking to Express News, DIG Abdul Rab commented, “Social media has had a negative impact on the fitness levels of our youth. The fact that the majority couldn’t even manage a kilometre shows where they stand in terms of physical fitness. How will they perform in more demanding tasks?”

He emphasised that candidates applying for the force should be physically fit, stating, “If young people can’t even complete a kilometre, what will they do in more challenging situations?”

DIG Rab further advised the candidates who failed to reattempt the test, stressing the importance of physical fitness for success in life. “If I can do it at my age, they surely can, too. Instead of wasting time on other things, they should focus on improving their physical fitness,” he added.

After the physical test, candidates will undergo a written examination. Those who pass both stages will be selected for recruitment.

A total of 250 constables were to be recruited for the Railway Police, with 14,000 applicants. Following shortlisting, 4,000 candidates were invited for the test, of which 3,500 were from the Lahore region.

Approximately 1,200 candidates from Lahore will proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

The recruitment process will remain transparent, with a focus on fairness and merit, ensuring that only qualified candidates are selected.